7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver

The Opportunity Hub UK Ltd; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Opportunity Hub UK Ltd is recruiting a 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join a busy home delivery team in the United Kingdom. You will work with a driver’s mate to deliver furniture and household goods, providing friendly and professional service at customers’ homes.

Responsibilities include safely driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle, loading/unloading with the mate, completing checks, and accurate proof of delivery. The role demands physical fitness and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence with Category C1 entitlement.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are required.
• Previous commercial driving experience is essential.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Role involves heavy lifting and safe handling methods as part of a two-person team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver furniture and appliances to customers in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with driver’s mate to load, unload and handle goods safely.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Complete delivery paperwork and electronic proof of delivery.
• Keep customers informed and report delivery issues to the transport team.
• Follow road safety and company procedures.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

UK driving licence (Cat C1)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver – Two-Person Home Delivery

We are recruiting 7.5 Tonne Drivers to join a busy home delivery team. Working alongside a driver’s mate, you will deliver furniture, appliances and other household goods to customers, providing a friendly and professional service.

Safely drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle on planned delivery routes.

Complete deliveries to customers’ homes, including carrying goods into the required room.

Work with your driver’s mate to load, unload and handle goods safely.

Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects.

Complete delivery paperwork and electronic proof of delivery.

Keep customers informed and report any delivery issues to the transport team.

Follow road safety, manual handling and company procedures.

Requirements:

A valid UK driving licence with Category C1 entitlement.

Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

Previous commercial driving experience.

Good customer service and communication skills.

Ability to carry out a physically demanding role involving heavy lifting, using appropriate equipment and safe handling methods.

A reliable, punctual approach and the ability to work well as part of a two-person team.

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